Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Israel army chief vows to strike `all terrorist leaders and factions` across Middle East
Israel`s military chief Eyal Zamir on Monday warned that his country would strike "all terrorist leaders and factions" across the Middle East, vowing to deal a severe blow to Lebanese armed group Hezbollah. "We will end this campaign with not just Iran being struck but with Hezbollah suffering a devastating blow," Zamir was quoted as saying in a military statement. (AFP)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Israel army chief vows to strike `all terrorist leaders and factions` across Middle East
Israel`s military chief Eyal Zamir on Monday warned that his country would strike "all terrorist leaders and factions" across the Middle East, vowing to deal a severe blow to Lebanese armed group Hezbollah. "We will end this campaign with not just Iran being struck but with Hezbollah suffering a devastating blow," Zamir was quoted as saying in a military statement. (AFP)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Israel army says struck more than 70 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon The Israeli military said on Monday it hit more than 70 Hezbollah targets including missile launchers in a wave of strikes against the Iran-backed armed group in southern Lebanon. "A short while ago, the (Israeli military) completed a broad wave of strikes on Hezbollah terrorist organisation targets in southern Lebanon. As part of the strikes, more than 70 weapons storage facilities, launch sites, and missile launchers belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organisation were struck in a number of locations," a military statement said. (AFP)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Israel army says struck more than 70 Hezbollah targets in LebanonThe Israeli military said on Monday it hit more than 70 Hezbollah targets including missile launchers in a wave of strikes against the Iran-backed armed group in southern Lebanon. "A short while ago, the (Israeli military) completed a broad wave of strikes on Hezbollah terrorist organisation targets in southern Lebanon. As part of the strikes, more than 70 weapons storage facilities, launch sites, and missile launchers belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organisation were struck in a number of locations," a military statement said. (AFP)

Iran-Israel War Updates:&nbsp;Wisconsin army guard in Kuwait and Iraq, Vermont&rsquo;s 158th Fighter Wing redirects F-35As across Atlantic&nbsp;
Caine emphasised the integration of reserve and National Guard forces, citing the Wisconsin Army National Guard operating in Kuwait and Iraq and the Vermont Air National Guard&rsquo;s 158th Fighter Wing, which redirected F-35As across the Atlantic to support the mission.​ He also underscored the logistical backbone behind the campaign.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War Updates:&nbsp;Wisconsin army guard in Kuwait and Iraq, Vermont&rsquo;s 158th Fighter Wing redirects F-35As across Atlantic&nbsp;
Caine emphasised the integration of reserve and National Guard forces, citing the Wisconsin Army National Guard operating in Kuwait and Iraq and the Vermont Air National Guard&rsquo;s 158th Fighter Wing, which redirected F-35As across the Atlantic to support the mission.​ He also underscored the logistical backbone behind the campaign.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War Updates: `US repositioned thousands of service members, hundreds of 4th and 5th-gen fighters`
Over the previous 30 days, he said, the Joint Force &ldquo;began to systematically reposition assets and personnel across the region&rdquo; to reinforce deterrence and provide &ldquo;credible options should action be required.&rdquo; That deployment included &ldquo;thousands of service members from all branches, hundreds of advanced fourth and fifth generation fighters, dozens of refuelling tankers, the Lincoln and Ford carrier strike group, and their embarked air wings, sustained flow of munitions, fuel, supplies.&rdquo;​

Iran-Israel War Updates: `US repositioned thousands of service members, hundreds of 4th and 5th-gen fighters`
Over the previous 30 days, he said, the Joint Force &ldquo;began to systematically reposition assets and personnel across the region&rdquo; to reinforce deterrence and provide &ldquo;credible options should action be required.&rdquo; That deployment included &ldquo;thousands of service members from all branches, hundreds of advanced fourth and fifth generation fighters, dozens of refuelling tankers, the Lincoln and Ford carrier strike group, and their embarked air wings, sustained flow of munitions, fuel, supplies.&rdquo;​

Iran-Israel War Updates: More than 1000 targets hit in opening 24 hours of Iran strikes, says joint chiefs chairman&nbsp;
Caine described the opening phase as &ldquo;a massive, overwhelming attack and across all domains of warfare, striking more than 1,000 targets in the first 24 hours.&rdquo;​ He provided details on the scale of the force posture built up in advance of the strike.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War Updates: More than 1000 targets hit in opening 24 hours of Iran strikes, says joint chiefs chairman&nbsp;
Caine described the opening phase as &ldquo;a massive, overwhelming attack and across all domains of warfare, striking more than 1,000 targets in the first 24 hours.&rdquo;​ He provided details on the scale of the force posture built up in advance of the strike.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War Updates:&nbsp;Over 100 aircraft in synchronised strike, says joint chiefs chairman
Addressing a joint Pentagon news conference with Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, the Air Force General said that &ldquo;more than 100 aircraft launched from land, sea, fighters, tankers, airborne early warning, electronic attack, bombers from the states, and unmanned platforms, forming a single, synchronised wave.&rdquo;​ US Central Command began the operation at 0115 Eastern Standard Time on February 28, following presidential authorisation.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War Updates:&nbsp;Over 100 aircraft in synchronised strike, says joint chiefs chairman
Addressing a joint Pentagon news conference with Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, the Air Force General said that &ldquo;more than 100 aircraft launched from land, sea, fighters, tankers, airborne early warning, electronic attack, bombers from the states, and unmanned platforms, forming a single, synchronised wave.&rdquo;​ US Central Command began the operation at 0115 Eastern Standard Time on February 28, following presidential authorisation.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War Updates:&nbsp;US reveals scale of multi-domain Iran strikes​
The United States (US) on Monday disclosed the scale of Operation Epic Fury, describing a coordinated air, naval, cyber, and space campaign that struck more than 1,000 targets across Iran within the first 24 hours and involved thousands of personnel, carrier strike groups, and long-range bombers operating across continents. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine said the campaign marked &ldquo;the culmination of months and in some cases years of deliberate planning and refinement against this particular target set.&rdquo; (AFP)

Iran-Israel War Updates:&nbsp;US reveals scale of multi-domain Iran strikes​
The United States (US) on Monday disclosed the scale of Operation Epic Fury, describing a coordinated air, naval, cyber, and space campaign that struck more than 1,000 targets across Iran within the first 24 hours and involved thousands of personnel, carrier strike groups, and long-range bombers operating across continents. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine said the campaign marked &ldquo;the culmination of months and in some cases years of deliberate planning and refinement against this particular target set.&rdquo; (AFP)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Israel says Beirut airstrike targets senior Hezbollah figure The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Monday said that it carried out an airstrike in Beirut targeting a "senior terrorist", according to TPS. According to TPS, Israel`s Minister of Defense Israel Katz, pledged that Hezbollah will "pay a heavy price" for launching an attack on Israel in support of Iran. Overnight, a barrage of rockets was launched by the terrorist organisation at northern Israel. (ANI)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Israel says Beirut airstrike targets senior Hezbollah figureThe Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Monday said that it carried out an airstrike in Beirut targeting a "senior terrorist", according to TPS. According to TPS, Israel`s Minister of Defense Israel Katz, pledged that Hezbollah will "pay a heavy price" for launching an attack on Israel in support of Iran. Overnight, a barrage of rockets was launched by the terrorist organisation at northern Israel. (ANI)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Families take shelter in schools as Lebanon calls Hezbollah`s strike on Israel illegal Lebanese civilians fled from the country`s south and from Beirut`s southern suburbs on Monday, seeking refuge in schools in Lebanon`s capital following a new and deadly escalation between Israel and the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon`s Health Ministry reported at least 31 people were killed and 149 wounded in overnight strikes in the Beirut suburbs and southern Lebanon. (AP)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Families take shelter in schools as Lebanon calls Hezbollah`s strike on Israel illegalLebanese civilians fled from the country`s south and from Beirut`s southern suburbs on Monday, seeking refuge in schools in Lebanon`s capital following a new and deadly escalation between Israel and the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon`s Health Ministry reported at least 31 people were killed and 149 wounded in overnight strikes in the Beirut suburbs and southern Lebanon. (AP)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: 7 killed as protests over Khamenei`s death rock Gilgit-Baltistan; UN offices torched The protests across Gilgit-Baltistan continued to intensify on Monday over the attack on Iran and the killing of the Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, with violent clashes leaving seven demonstrators dead and several others injured. In Gilgit and Skardu, angry protestors set fire to local offices of the United Nations, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) office in Gilgit. (ANI) &nbsp;
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Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: 7 killed as protests over Khamenei`s death rock Gilgit-Baltistan; UN offices torchedThe protests across Gilgit-Baltistan continued to intensify on Monday over the attack on Iran and the killing of the Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, with violent clashes leaving seven demonstrators dead and several others injured. In Gilgit and Skardu, angry protestors set fire to local offices of the United Nations, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) office in Gilgit. (ANI) &nbsp;
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Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: PM Modi dials Saudi Crown Prince, Bahrain King; condemns attacks and discusses safety of Indian diaspora Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday engaged in separate telephone conversations with Saudi Arabia`s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Bahrain`s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, as the conflict in the Middle East continues to intensify following recent escalations. During these discussions, the Prime Minister strongly condemned the recent attacks on both Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. He also enquired about the safety and well-being of the large Indian community residing in these countries, reflecting India`s priority to safeguard its diaspora amid the regional turmoil. (ANI)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: PM Modi dials Saudi Crown Prince, Bahrain King; condemns attacks and discusses safety of Indian diasporaPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday engaged in separate telephone conversations with Saudi Arabia`s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Bahrain`s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, as the conflict in the Middle East continues to intensify following recent escalations. During these discussions, the Prime Minister strongly condemned the recent attacks on both Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. He also enquired about the safety and well-being of the large Indian community residing in these countries, reflecting India`s priority to safeguard its diaspora amid the regional turmoil. (ANI)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Iranians in the West torn between relief and anxiety over US-Israeli strikes on Iran
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Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: `Possibility of radiological release cannot be ruled out`, says IAEA DG Rafael Grossi on tensions in West Asia IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Monday expressed deep concern over the developing security situation in West Asia and said that the possibility of radiological release with serious consequences cannot be ruled out. Speaking at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Grossi said, "The IAEA has extensive knowledge of the nature and location of nuclear and radiological material in the region, and we have clear guidance for actions necessary in case of an attack or an accident causing a radiological release as well as the ability for hands on help if it is required. Let me underline that the situation today is very concerning. We cannot rule out a possible radiological release with serious consequences, including the necessity to evacuate areas as large or larger than major cities." (ANI)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: `Possibility of radiological release cannot be ruled out`, says IAEA DG Rafael Grossi on tensions in West AsiaIAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Monday expressed deep concern over the developing security situation in West Asia and said that the possibility of radiological release with serious consequences cannot be ruled out. Speaking at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Grossi said, "The IAEA has extensive knowledge of the nature and location of nuclear and radiological material in the region, and we have clear guidance for actions necessary in case of an attack or an accident causing a radiological release as well as the ability for hands on help if it is required. Let me underline that the situation today is very concerning. We cannot rule out a possible radiological release with serious consequences, including the necessity to evacuate areas as large or larger than major cities." (ANI) 

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Iran alleges US-Israeli strikes on Natanz nuclear facility; Tehran`s envoy confirms attack to IAEA &nbsp;In a significant claim involving international military action, Iran has alleged that its extensive nuclear complex at Natanz was targeted during joint operations conducted by the United States and Israel, according to a report by Reuters. The allegation was raised on Monday during a session of the International Atomic Energy Agency`s (IAEA) 35-nation Board of Governors, where Iran`s envoy to the UN nuclear watchdog confirmed the strike. (ANI)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Iran alleges US-Israeli strikes on Natanz nuclear facility; Tehran`s envoy confirms attack to IAEA&nbsp;In a significant claim involving international military action, Iran has alleged that its extensive nuclear complex at Natanz was targeted during joint operations conducted by the United States and Israel, according to a report by Reuters. The allegation was raised on Monday during a session of the International Atomic Energy Agency`s (IAEA) 35-nation Board of Governors, where Iran`s envoy to the UN nuclear watchdog confirmed the strike. (ANI)

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Oil prices surge as Strait of Hormuz tanker disruptions rattle global supply Oil prices rose sharply Monday as disruptions in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint raised uncertainty about how US and Israeli attacks on Iran would affect supply to the world economy. US oil traded 7.4 per cent higher at USD 71.97 per barrel, while international standard Brent was up 7.7 per cent at USD 78.46 per barrel. (AP)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel War LIVE Updates: Oil prices surge as Strait of Hormuz tanker disruptions rattle global supplyOil prices rose sharply Monday as disruptions in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint raised uncertainty about how US and Israeli attacks on Iran would affect supply to the world economy. US oil traded 7.4 per cent higher at USD 71.97 per barrel, while international standard Brent was up 7.7 per cent at USD 78.46 per barrel. (AP)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US military says Kuwait `mistakenly shot down` 3 American F-15E Strike Eagles aircraft&nbsp;
The US military said on Monday that Kuwait "mistakenly shot down" three American F-15E Strike Eagles during a combat mission as Iran attacked the country. The US military`s Central Command said the combat included attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles and drones -- the first time Iran`s ageing combat fleet has been engaged in the war. (AP)
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US military says Kuwait `mistakenly shot down` 3 American F-15E Strike Eagles aircraft&nbsp;
The US military said on Monday that Kuwait "mistakenly shot down" three American F-15E Strike Eagles during a combat mission as Iran attacked the country.The US military`s Central Command said the combat included attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles and drones -- the first time Iran`s ageing combat fleet has been engaged in the war. (AP)
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Iran-Israel war LIVE updates: Atleast 60 from Marathwada stranded in Middle East due to airspace closure&nbsp;
A total of 61 persons from Marathwada in Maharashtra are stranded in Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar and Abu Dhabi due to closure of airspace following the joint US-Israel attack on Iran, an official said on Monday. PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE updates: Atleast 60 from Marathwada stranded in Middle East due to airspace closure&nbsp;
A total of 61 persons from Marathwada in Maharashtra are stranded in Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar and Abu Dhabi due to closure of airspace following the joint US-Israel attack on Iran, an official said on Monday. PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iran attacks vessels in Strait of Hormuz&nbsp;
Iran has been threatening vessels approaching the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf, and is believed to have launched multiple attacks as the war in the Mideast continues after Israel and the United States started a major airstrike campaign targeting the Islamic Republic.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iran attacks vessels in Strait of Hormuz&nbsp;
Iran has been threatening vessels approaching the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf, and is believed to have launched multiple attacks as the war in the Mideast continues after Israel and the United States started a major airstrike campaign targeting the Islamic Republic.&nbsp;

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Oil tanker is attacked in Gulf of Oman, killing 1 Indian mariner onboard A bomb-carrying drone boat struck a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman on Monday, killing one mariner on board, Oman said. The state-run Oman News Agency reported the attack in the Gulf of Oman off the coast of Muscat, the sultanate`s capital. It identified the vessel as the MKD VYOM. It said the dead crew member was from India. (AP)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Oil tanker is attacked in Gulf of Oman, killing 1 Indian mariner onboardA bomb-carrying drone boat struck a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman on Monday, killing one mariner on board, Oman said. The state-run Oman News Agency reported the attack in the Gulf of Oman off the coast of Muscat, the sultanate`s capital. It identified the vessel as the MKD VYOM. It said the dead crew member was from India. (AP)&nbsp;

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iranian drone crashes into UK Air Force unit, Starmer allows use of bases for `limited defensive` ops&nbsp;
A British Royal Air Force (RAF) base in Cyprus was hit by an Iranian one-way attack drone during the ongoing US and Israeli strikes launched on Tehran over the weekend, confirmed by Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday. (PTI)

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iranian drone crashes into UK Air Force unit, Starmer allows use of bases for `limited defensive` ops&nbsp;
A British Royal Air Force (RAF) base in Cyprus was hit by an Iranian one-way attack drone during the ongoing US and Israeli strikes launched on Tehran over the weekend, confirmed by Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday. (PTI)

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Iran says US-Israeli attacks have killed 555 people so far in Iran 
The Iranian Red Crescent Society said on Monday that the US-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran has killed at least 555 people so far in the Islamic Republic. (AP)

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Iran says US-Israeli attacks have killed 555 people so far in Iran
The Iranian Red Crescent Society said on Monday that the US-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran has killed at least 555 people so far in the Islamic Republic. (AP)

&nbsp;Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: 31 killed in Lebanon after strikes by Israel
Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed at least 31 people on Monday, authorities said, following rocket fire from Tehran-backed group Hezbollah after the killing of Iran`s supreme leader. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/photo/in-photos-us-israel-attack-iran-31-killed-in-lebanon-after-strikes-by-israel-109910/1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">See Photos.</a>

&nbsp;Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: 31 killed in Lebanon after strikes by Israel
Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed at least 31 people on Monday, authorities said, following rocket fire from Tehran-backed group Hezbollah after the killing of Iran`s supreme leader. See Photos.

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Govt asks states to keep eye on pro-Iran radical preachers delivering inflammatory sermons
The Union Home Ministry has asked states to keep an eye on pro-Iran radical preachers giving inflammatory statements that may result in violence in the wake of the Israel-US attack on Iran, officials said. In a letter circulated to all states on February 28, the Ministry also asked all states and UTs to keep vigil on social media activities of extremists and global terror group handles, they said. Advising the states to ensure that no law-and-order issues arise, the ministry has asked the states to heighten vigilance, as global events might have a domestic ripple effect through rhetorical statements, they said. The circular asked the states to increase security at consulates, embassies, and other diplomatic offices of the USA and Israel in their jurisdictions, and at other entities of the two countries to prevent any untoward incident and maintain peace and tranquillity: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Govt asks states to keep eye on pro-Iran radical preachers delivering inflammatory sermons
The Union Home Ministry has asked states to keep an eye on pro-Iran radical preachers giving inflammatory statements that may result in violence in the wake of the Israel-US attack on Iran, officials said. In a letter circulated to all states on February 28, the Ministry also asked all states and UTs to keep vigil on social media activities of extremists and global terror group handles, they said. Advising the states to ensure that no law-and-order issues arise, the ministry has asked the states to heighten vigilance, as global events might have a domestic ripple effect through rhetorical statements, they said. The circular asked the states to increase security at consulates, embassies, and other diplomatic offices of the USA and Israel in their jurisdictions, and at other entities of the two countries to prevent any untoward incident and maintain peace and tranquillity: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US Homeland Security warns of potential lone-wolf, cyberattacks after strikes on Iran
The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning about possible lone-wolf and cyberattacks in the country amid ongoing US military strikes in Iran, according to a law enforcement bulletin obtained by ABC News. The bulletin, issued on Saturday, cautioned that while a large-scale physical attack is considered unlikely, Iran and its proxies continue to pose a persistent threat of targeted attacks on US soil and could escalate retaliatory actions if reports of the death of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah were confirmed: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US Homeland Security warns of potential lone-wolf, cyberattacks after strikes on Iran
The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning about possible lone-wolf and cyberattacks in the country amid ongoing US military strikes in Iran, according to a law enforcement bulletin obtained by ABC News. The bulletin, issued on Saturday, cautioned that while a large-scale physical attack is considered unlikely, Iran and its proxies continue to pose a persistent threat of targeted attacks on US soil and could escalate retaliatory actions if reports of the death of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah were confirmed: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Restrictions imposed across in Srinagar
Iconic Ghanta Ghar sealed as a precautionary measure following massive protests over the killing of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei. The US and Israel pounded targets across Iran on Sunday, dropping massive bombs on the country`s ballistic missile sites and wiping out warships as part of an intensifying military campaign following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Restrictions imposed across in Srinagar
Iconic Ghanta Ghar sealed as a precautionary measure following massive protests over the killing of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei. The US and Israel pounded targets across Iran on Sunday, dropping massive bombs on the country`s ballistic missile sites and wiping out warships as part of an intensifying military campaign following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, Trump
US President Donald Trump said that the US have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, including revolutionary guard facilities, Iranian air defense systems. Just now, it was announced that we knocked out nine ships plus their naval building, all in a matter of minutes. Iran`s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei is dead. The entire military command is gone as well and many of them want to surrender into saving their lives. They want immunity. They`re calling by the thousands. Earlier today, CENTCOM shared the news that three U.S. military service members have been killed in action. As one nation, we grieve for the true American patriots, who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation... We send our immense love &amp; eternal gratitude to the families of the fallen, and sadly, there will likely be more: PTI
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VIDEO | US President Donald Trump says, "... We have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, including revolutionary guard facilities, Iranian air defense systems. Just now, it was announced that we knocked out nine ships plus their naval building, all in a matter of minutes. Iran`s&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/EOrT7IV2KZ">pic.twitter.com/EOrT7IV2KZ</a>
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, Trump
US President Donald Trump said that the US have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, including revolutionary guard facilities, Iranian air defense systems. Just now, it was announced that we knocked out nine ships plus their naval building, all in a matter of minutes. Iran`s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei is dead. The entire military command is gone as well and many of them want to surrender into saving their lives. They want immunity. They`re calling by the thousands. Earlier today, CENTCOM shared the news that three U.S. military service members have been killed in action. As one nation, we grieve for the true American patriots, who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation... We send our immense love &amp; eternal gratitude to the families of the fallen, and sadly, there will likely be more: PTI

VIDEO | US President Donald Trump says, "... We have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, including revolutionary guard facilities, Iranian air defense systems. Just now, it was announced that we knocked out nine ships plus their naval building, all in a matter of minutes. Iran`s&hellip; pic.twitter.com/EOrT7IV2KZ
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: We call for immediate de-escalation, says Russia
Russian Foreign Ministry has called for immediate de-escalation, cessation of hostilities, resumption of political and diplomatic processes, to settle any existing problems on the basis of the UN Charter and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: We call for immediate de-escalation, says Russia
Russian Foreign Ministry has called for immediate de-escalation, cessation of hostilities, resumption of political and diplomatic processes, to settle any existing problems on the basis of the UN Charter and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons

❗️ We call for immediate de-escalation, cessation of hostilities, resumption of political and diplomatic processes, to settle any existing problems on the basis of the UN Charter and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.https://t.co/WAJ1NlrEHT pic.twitter.com/HZkme3Yc0c
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Middle East tensions: India activates its control room to assist air travellers. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/us-israel-attack-iran-civil-aviation-ministry-activates-its-control-room-to-assist-travellers-amid-middle-east-tensions-23618961" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Read more...</a>

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Middle East tensions: India activates its control room to assist air travellers. Read more...

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Drone that hit British military base caused limited damage, says Cyprus
Cyprus` government spokesperson said an "incident" that happened at a British air base on the island nation`s southern coastline involved an "unmanned drone which caused limited damage." Spokesperson Constantinos Letymbiotis said the incident at RAF Akrotiri occurred shortly after midnight Monday. He said "information received through various channels" indicated a drone strike. He didn`t specify what kind of drone, where it was launched from or the extent of damage: AP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Drone that hit British military base caused limited damage, says Cyprus
Cyprus` government spokesperson said an "incident" that happened at a British air base on the island nation`s southern coastline involved an "unmanned drone which caused limited damage." Spokesperson Constantinos Letymbiotis said the incident at RAF Akrotiri occurred shortly after midnight Monday. He said "information received through various channels" indicated a drone strike. He didn`t specify what kind of drone, where it was launched from or the extent of damage: AP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Mobile internet speeds restricted in Kashmir amid protests over Khamenei killing
Mobile internet speeds were throttled across Kashmir on Monday, in the wake of spontaneous protests against the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, officials said. They said the step was taken as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order in the area. Khamenei was killed in an airstrike in Tehran on Saturday during a joint Israel-US attack on Iran. Iranian state media confirmed the same on Sunday, triggering a wave of protests and mourning across the world, including India. Kashmir - which has about 15 lakh Shias - witnessed major protests at Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag and Pulwama, an official said: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Mobile internet speeds restricted in Kashmir amid protests over Khamenei killing
Mobile internet speeds were throttled across Kashmir on Monday, in the wake of spontaneous protests against the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, officials said. They said the step was taken as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order in the area. Khamenei was killed in an airstrike in Tehran on Saturday during a joint Israel-US attack on Iran. Iranian state media confirmed the same on Sunday, triggering a wave of protests and mourning across the world, including India. Kashmir - which has about 15 lakh Shias - witnessed major protests at Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag and Pulwama, an official said: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Kuwait`s Army shoots down "a number of hostile aerial targets"
The Kuwait Air Defence Force shot down "a number of hostile aerial targets" on Monday early morning (local time), according to the Kuwait Army. In a post of X, the Kuwait Army wrote, "The Official Spokesman for the Ministry of Defense stated that the Kuwaiti Air Defense Force confronted a number of hostile aerial targets at dawn today with efficiency and capability, as they were monitored and intercepted within the scope of operations in the central part of the country, as part of the complete readiness to protect the nation`s airspace, with no casualties recorded. He affirmed that the armed forces continue to carry out their duties and address any potential developments, ensuring the preservation of the country`s security and stability.": ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Kuwait`s Army shoots down "a number of hostile aerial targets"
The Kuwait Air Defence Force shot down "a number of hostile aerial targets" on Monday early morning (local time), according to the Kuwait Army. In a post of X, the Kuwait Army wrote, "The Official Spokesman for the Ministry of Defense stated that the Kuwaiti Air Defense Force confronted a number of hostile aerial targets at dawn today with efficiency and capability, as they were monitored and intercepted within the scope of operations in the central part of the country, as part of the complete readiness to protect the nation`s airspace, with no casualties recorded. He affirmed that the armed forces continue to carry out their duties and address any potential developments, ensuring the preservation of the country`s security and stability.": ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iran`s provisional Leadership Council holds second meeting
The Provisional Leadership Council of Iran held its second meeting in the presence of Iranian President Masoud Pezekshian, Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei and Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, as per the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA): ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iran`s provisional Leadership Council holds second meeting
The Provisional Leadership Council of Iran held its second meeting in the presence of Iranian President Masoud Pezekshian, Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei and Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, as per the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA): ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Gulf flight operations from Kerala hit for third day amid West Asia conflict
Flight operations to Gulf countries from Kerala were affected for the third consecutive day on Monday following the conflict in West Asia, with authorities indicating that the disruption may last a few more days. Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) listed around 45 departing flights from Kochi as cancelled for Monday on its official website. However, an Oman Air flight to Muscat departed at 8.10 am. Similarly, Saudia flights to Jeddah and Riyadh, an Oman Air flight to Muscat, an Etihad Airways flight to Abu Dhabi and a SpiceJet flight to Dubai were listed as scheduled. Around a similar number of arrival flights were also shown as cancelled at Kochi: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Gulf flight operations from Kerala hit for third day amid West Asia conflict
Flight operations to Gulf countries from Kerala were affected for the third consecutive day on Monday following the conflict in West Asia, with authorities indicating that the disruption may last a few more days. Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) listed around 45 departing flights from Kochi as cancelled for Monday on its official website. However, an Oman Air flight to Muscat departed at 8.10 am. Similarly, Saudia flights to Jeddah and Riyadh, an Oman Air flight to Muscat, an Etihad Airways flight to Abu Dhabi and a SpiceJet flight to Dubai were listed as scheduled. Around a similar number of arrival flights were also shown as cancelled at Kochi: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Israel, Hezbollah trade fire
Israel and Hezbollah traded fire on Monday, while President Donald Trump vowed to avenge the deaths of US service members: AFP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Israel, Hezbollah trade fire
Israel and Hezbollah traded fire on Monday, while President Donald Trump vowed to avenge the deaths of US service members: AFP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Protests are continuing in Gilgit-Baltistan over the attack on Iran
In Gilgit and Skardu, demonstrators set fire to local offices of the United Nations, including the United Nations Development Programme office in Gilgit. In Skardu, the SP office and several government buildings were also torched. As a result of firing on the protesters, seven demonstrators were killed and more than a dozen others were injured. An emergency has been declared in hospitals, and security has been placed on high alert in Gilgit and Skardu: ANI
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Protests are continuing in Gilgit-Baltistan over the attack on Iran
In Gilgit and Skardu, demonstrators set fire to local offices of the United Nations, including the United Nations Development Programme office in Gilgit. In Skardu, the SP office and several government buildings were also torched. As a result of firing on the protesters, seven demonstrators were killed and more than a dozen others were injured. An emergency has been declared in hospitals, and security has been placed on high alert in Gilgit and Skardu: ANI

#WATCH | Protests are continuing in Gilgit-Baltistan over the attack on Iran and the killing of the Iranian leader. In Gilgit and Skardu, demonstrators set fire to local offices of the United Nations, including the United Nations Development Programme office in Gilgit. In&hellip; pic.twitter.com/wfx02qPkJX
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Blasts heard in Jerusalem after Iran missile alert
Explosions were heard in Jerusalem on Monday, an AFP journalist said, after the Israeli military said it had "identified missiles launched from Iran", triggering air raid sirens. There were no immediate reports of any direct impact, and the blasts could be the result of attempts to intercept incoming missiles: AFP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Blasts heard in Jerusalem after Iran missile alert
Explosions were heard in Jerusalem on Monday, an AFP journalist said, after the Israeli military said it had "identified missiles launched from Iran", triggering air raid sirens. There were no immediate reports of any direct impact, and the blasts could be the result of attempts to intercept incoming missiles: AFP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: EU expresses solidarity with middle east region amid tension, urges Iran to de-escalate
The European Union has expressed grave concern over the escalating situation in Iran and the Middle East, condemning Tehran`s actions and reaffirming its commitment to regional stability, sanctions enforcement and diplomatic efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. In a release issued by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on recent developments in the Middle East, the bloc said it is following the situation "with utmost concern" and highlighted that it has already adopted "extensive sanctions" in response to the actions of Iranian authorities: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: EU expresses solidarity with middle east region amid tension, urges Iran to de-escalate
The European Union has expressed grave concern over the escalating situation in Iran and the Middle East, condemning Tehran`s actions and reaffirming its commitment to regional stability, sanctions enforcement and diplomatic efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. In a release issued by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on recent developments in the Middle East, the bloc said it is following the situation "with utmost concern" and highlighted that it has already adopted "extensive sanctions" in response to the actions of Iranian authorities: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US releases footage of `Operation Epic Fury` targeting Iranian ballistic missile capabilities and military sites
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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: US releases footage of `Operation Epic Fury` targeting Iranian ballistic missile capabilities and military sites

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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Mumbai family stranded in Bahrain amid missile strikes, flights suspended. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/israel-us-strike-iran-mumbai-family-stranded-in-bahrain-amid-missile-strikes-flights-suspended-23618906" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Read more...</a>

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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Multiple Maharashtra tour operators cancel Dubai departures; travel plans hit amid rising tensions. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/israel-us-strike-iran-multiple-maharashtra-departures-to-gulf-region-halted-travel-plans-hit-amid-rising-tensions-23618903" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Read more...</a>

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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Hundreds of Indian MBBS students stranded in Iran. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/israel-us-strike-iran-hundreds-of-indian-mbbs-students-stranded-in-iran-as-regional-tensions-escalate-23618909" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Read more...</a>

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Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai stock markets shut on March 2-3 amid escalating Middle East tensions
The stock markets of Abu Dhabi and Dubai will remain closed for two days -- Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, according to a news report by Gulf News. The Capital Market Authority announced that the country`s stock markets, including the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market, will be closed on the specified dates: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai stock markets shut on March 2-3 amid escalating Middle East tensions
The stock markets of Abu Dhabi and Dubai will remain closed for two days -- Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, according to a news report by Gulf News. The Capital Market Authority announced that the country`s stock markets, including the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market, will be closed on the specified dates: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iran FM Araghchi writes to UN Secy General Antonio Guterres on Ayatollah Khamenei`s assassination
Iran`s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has formally written to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and members of the UN Security Council over what Tehran calls the "assassination" of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a devastating joint military operation by the United States and Israel, Tasnim News reported. Iran`s state broadcasters and the official Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) confirmed on Sunday that Ayatollah Khamenei, who had led the Islamic Republic since 1989, was killed when coordinated air and missile strikes, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury" by the US and "Roaring Lion" by Israeli forces, struck his secure compound in Tehran on February 28, amid escalating regional hostilities: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iran FM Araghchi writes to UN Secy General Antonio Guterres on Ayatollah Khamenei`s assassination
Iran`s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has formally written to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and members of the UN Security Council over what Tehran calls the "assassination" of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a devastating joint military operation by the United States and Israel, Tasnim News reported. Iran`s state broadcasters and the official Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) confirmed on Sunday that Ayatollah Khamenei, who had led the Islamic Republic since 1989, was killed when coordinated air and missile strikes, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury" by the US and "Roaring Lion" by Israeli forces, struck his secure compound in Tehran on February 28, amid escalating regional hostilities: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: CCS reviews West Asia situation, directs steps to assist stranded Indians
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has reviewed the evolving situation in West Asia and expressed concern over the safety and security of the large Indian expatriate community in the region. The CCS also directed all concerned departments to take necessary and feasible measures to assist Indian nationals affected by the developments. The CCS, which met last evening under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also underscored the importance of an early cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: CCS reviews West Asia situation, directs steps to assist stranded Indians
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has reviewed the evolving situation in West Asia and expressed concern over the safety and security of the large Indian expatriate community in the region. The CCS also directed all concerned departments to take necessary and feasible measures to assist Indian nationals affected by the developments. The CCS, which met last evening under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also underscored the importance of an early cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy: PTI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Don`t want North Korea-like situation in our region, says Israeli Envoy Azar
Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, said his country is engaging with several nations, like India, as the situation in West Asia remains volatile following coordinated strikes on Iran. Azar said Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and EAM S Jaishankar remain in touch over the developments: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Don`t want North Korea-like situation in our region, says Israeli Envoy Azar
Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, said his country is engaging with several nations, like India, as the situation in West Asia remains volatile following coordinated strikes on Iran. Azar said Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and EAM S Jaishankar remain in touch over the developments: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: West Asia conflict stretches to Lebanon as Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut
The escalating conflict in West Asia widened on Monday as Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon, following projectile fire from Lebanese territory into northern Israel: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: West Asia conflict stretches to Lebanon as Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut
The escalating conflict in West Asia widened on Monday as Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon, following projectile fire from Lebanese territory into northern Israel: ANI

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iraqi militia claims drone attack targeting US troops in Baghdad
An Iraqi Shiite militia claimed a drone attack Monday targeting US troops at the airport in Iraq`s capital, Baghdad, further widening the retaliation over the killing of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The group, Saraya Awliya al-Dam, is one of a group of Shiite militias operating in Iraq following the 2003 US-led invasion of the country that toppled Saddam Hussein. The US and Iraq did not immediately comment on the claim: AP

Iran-Israel war LIVE Updates: Iraqi militia claims drone attack targeting US troops in Baghdad
An Iraqi Shiite militia claimed a drone attack Monday targeting US troops at the airport in Iraq`s capital, Baghdad, further widening the retaliation over the killing of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The group, Saraya Awliya al-Dam, is one of a group of Shiite militias operating in Iraq following the 2003 US-led invasion of the country that toppled Saddam Hussein. The US and Iraq did not immediately comment on the claim: AP

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